Middlesbrough is poised to make a strong bid for Premier League promotion this season. Under the guidance of new manager Rob Edwards, who led Luton to the Premier League in 2023, and with a strategic transfer policy, the team has a real chance for automatic promotion. Since Kieran Scott became the club's director of football in 2021, Middlesbrough has focused on a sustainable player recruitment model, blending young talent development with acquiring standout foreign players and experienced Championship athletes. Notable transfers include Morgan Rogers, bought from Manchester City's academy for £1.1 million and sold to Aston Villa for £16.5 million just six months later. With promising new signings like David Strelec and Kaly Sene, and a stable midfield, Middlesbrough is well-positioned to compete with rivals such as Coventry, Leicester, and Ipswich for a return to the top tier of English football.